Washington Mills
Washington Mills, PO Box 423, Niagara Falls, New York, United States of America
Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Position type: Full-Time, Salaried
Pay range: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00
Ask Yourself This…
Do you thrive in an employee-focused environment with a small-company feel? Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding challenge with an opportunity to grow and make an impact? If this sounds like you, then join us as our next Production Supervisor in Niagara Falls, NY!
Who We Are
Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.
What You’ll Do
The Production Supervisor reports to the Production Superintendent and will oversee a team of hourly personnel. This position ensures that all furnaces, production, and shipping functions meet all established goals and production standards. Daily, this person directs changes to production flow and may alter shift priorities based on current situations.
This roles requires schedule flexibility, will rotations between 1 st and 2 nd shift operations.
Plans and executes pre-established production and manpower utilization standards
Ensures quality standards are maintained to meet production specifications
Completes daily, weekly, and monthly reports regarding production/maintenance, safety, manpower, and utilization
Troubleshoots equipment and works to improve processes to maximize production
Supervises and drives productivity to employees
Recommends methods of improvement to efficiently utilize production tools
Assists in training new employees
What You’ll Need
To be successful in this position, you must:
Possess a High School diploma or equivalent
Have 5+ years of technical experience and/or demonstrated proficiency in plant day to day operations
Possess good analytical skills and be detail oriented
Be able to meet deadlines and work well in a team environment
Have in depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes
Compensation
We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
Washington Mills, PO Box 423, Niagara Falls, New York, United States of America
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Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Position type: Full-Time, Salaried
Pay range: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00
Ask Yourself This…
Do you thrive in an employee-focused environment with a small-company feel? Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding challenge with an opportunity to grow and make an impact? If this sounds like you, then join us as our next Production Supervisor in Niagara Falls, NY!
Who We Are
Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.
What You’ll Do
The Production Supervisor reports to the Production Superintendent and will oversee a team of hourly personnel. This position ensures that all furnaces, production, and shipping functions meet all established goals and production standards. Daily, this person directs changes to production flow and may alter shift priorities based on current situations.
This roles requires schedule flexibility, will rotations between 1 st and 2 nd shift operations.
Plans and executes pre-established production and manpower utilization standards
Ensures quality standards are maintained to meet production specifications
Completes daily, weekly, and monthly reports regarding production/maintenance, safety, manpower, and utilization
Troubleshoots equipment and works to improve processes to maximize production
Supervises and drives productivity to employees
Recommends methods of improvement to efficiently utilize production tools
Assists in training new employees
What You’ll Need
To be successful in this position, you must:
Possess a High School diploma or equivalent
Have 5+ years of technical experience and/or demonstrated proficiency in plant day to day operations
Possess good analytical skills and be detail oriented
Be able to meet deadlines and work well in a team environment
Have in depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes
Compensation
We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
Washington Mills, PO Box 423, Niagara Falls, New York, United States of America
#J-18808-Ljbffr